How to fix broken bumpers on Xbox Series S or X controller - no new parts needed!

In this video I'll show you how you can repair a broken LB or RB bumper button on an Xbox Series S or X controller without having to buy any new parts.
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Time stamps:
00:00 Intro
02:18 Disassembly
05:23 Diagnosis
06:35 Repair
09:50 Reassembly
11:17 Conclusions
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[@RKDriver]

They don't break due to rage gaming. They have a design flaw with a weak plastic pressure post which just snaps over time. Mine broke with very little use but because they are the buttons often used in constant parrying in RPG games, they don't stand up to the task.

[@JoeBleeps]

Agreed they are delicate. I just think it's also the bit most likely to hit the floor if dropped too

[@thatfoowhospit4347]

Exactly how mine went out lol damn lies of p

[@wulthawhitastand7113]

@@thatfoowhospit4347mine did too and i was in the middle of the black rabbit brotherhood boss fight. I bought a replacement bumper strip already but the bumper that broke still feels really weird idk why

[@yosoytudiox]

its kinda funny (but sad too) when you find that many cheap controlelrs on the market that stronger or better made than original xbox controllers. And I have this problem today. I use my controller for pc, maybe it has 8 months since i get it and I play random games when i can make a break, so .. no much use. Today i was playing skyrim and the RB just... broke when I press it to test a new shout. The old versions used to have slim sticks so they break easily (and I admit i was kinda a raging gamer on those times ) But now.. a BROKEN PLASTIC button? this is too much XD

[@JoeBleeps]

@@yosoytudiox any good recommendations for third party controllers that are still going to be supported?

[@FabulousKilljoy917]

This video is a LIFESAVER! I had made my boyfriend a custom controller which he loved but bumper snapped clean in half (I think Microsoft just makes weak left bumpers) couldn’t afford a new controller and he liked the other one so much that I was able to order a replacement bumper and honestly, took maybe 10 minutes to fix & it’ll be such a nice surprise for him:) I really appreciate repair videos like this since corporations make it so hard to repair things nowadays. Thank you!

[@JoeBleeps]

Good work! I'm glad it helped. Much cheaper than a new controller

[@RedAugust08]

In terms of actual info this may be the only useful video on all of KZbin in terms of understanding why my bumper is broken. Thank you so much for this!

[@JoeBleeps]

Thank you so much for saying that! Really nice to hear when my videos are useful

[@allythunderhill]

Opening xbox controllers is always a nail biter 😂 Never would've thought to heat up the plastic. Thanks for posting this!

[@JoeBleeps]

It's so much easier, doesn't even need to be particularly hot. Let me know how it goes if you try it out again!

[@matthewbanda816]

DUDE -/ Try opening up a Ps3 Controller without having it malfunctioning 😂😮😅

[@anotherrandomguy8871]

I actually broke a nail trying to take off the handles.

[@JigglesMcRibs]

I'm really loving that I need a special screwdriver for this specifically. Microsoft really on their game with making modern controllers as annoying and mediocre as possible. Thanks for the helpful video though!

[@JoeBleeps]

You're welcome! Yeah they really don't want people opening these up

[@hipflipped]

Ironically, even the $5 kits come with the proper screwdriver. @@JoeBleeps

[@JoeBleeps]

@@hipflipped often cheaper than buying the tool itself!

[@GalaxC13]

Just wanted to say this is the first time I've ever repaired my own electronics. I appreciate this easy to follow tutorial. Thank you so much!

[@JoeBleeps]

Well done! It's a good feeling when it works

[@IsabellaCatherine19XX]

Like many have said already, the exact same thing happened to me. Thank you, Joe. I just glued that piece back on. I'm so thankful for such a lovely video.

[@JoeBleeps]

Yesss I'm so happy to hear this was a useful solution! I hope it lasts for you 😁

[@CygnusX-11]

does it "click" as it used to or squishy ?

[@IsabellaCatherine19XX]

@@CygnusX-11Unfortunately gluing it back on did not work for me so I bought a bumper replacement kit on Amazon. It functions as new.

[@JoeBleeps]

@@CygnusX-11 just as it was before

[@joebenson528]

Same left bumper tab broke on my controller after it fell off my desk. Likely a another Microsoft QC issue.

[@talljesuschrist]

I finally got around to playing Callisto Protocol since its on gamepass. You need to use the left bumper to sprint. About halfway though the game my bumper stopped working. It broke in the exact same place. Ordered a replacement on amazon for 9 dollars that not only comes with the tools to take the controller apart. But two replacement sets of bumpers and 2 replacement sets of joysticks. Pretty good steal.

[@JoeBleeps]

Sounds like you might end up needing the spare bumper!

[@J03L-]

Just fixed a controller using another bumper out of a dead controller. Thank you so much for the quick and concise tutorial

[@JoeBleeps]

Love hearing about a controller being rescued! Thanks for the feedback :)

[@user-ye7cq8tk7v]

Watched lots of videos and none of them helped. This is one was really clear and really easy. Thank you!

[@JoeBleeps]

That means a lot, thank you!

[@musicfan0022]

Thanks! Great video! Exact same plastic piece was broken on my LB. After about $10 for replacement parts and a few days of shipping, it now works again. Glad I didn't go all out and buy a brand new controller.

[@JoeBleeps]

Congratulations on the fix!

[@rosnahmataris9231]

Just to let you know, your video really helped me, this is my first time repairing my controller.

[@JoeBleeps]

Thanks for letting me know, I appreciate that. Glad it helped

[@lndozois]

Big thanks! Just fixed my controller by following your vid. I didn't have the tools anyway, so I got one of those cheap kits online that came with a couple bumper assemblies and tools. The spudger isn't gonna last, but it did the trick. Thanks!

[@JoeBleeps]

Love hearing stuff like this! Congratulations on your successful repair!

[@Clloster]

Just got the same exact issue on my controller, but I managed to repair it and your video helped a lot. Thank you !

[@JoeBleeps]

Glad you got it repaired!

[@Pillanz]

I just can't glue back that tiny piece of plastic. I tried with super glue but when I try to mount the whole piece back it bands. I ended up looking for spare pieces around. No luck so far

[@YoungyBhoy]

What an absolutely fuckin detailed video, aye exact same problem for me LB. Didn't want to pay 50/60 bangers for a new controller because I'm a tight bastard, never even took apart any controller in my 40yrs of gaming, never even knew you can get just about every component for them too. Devine Customz are on holiday until the end of November so I got the bumper kit with srewdrivers off EBay for like a fiver and did the repair just now following your guide, ZERO problems, many thanks again man, SUBBED for potential future reference. Also getting Mani from The Roses vibes if you know what I mean.

[@JoeBleeps]

Haha Mani bass legend I wish I could play like that. Glad the video helped! Thanks for the sub 🙏

[@YatharthRai]

Thank you man, I had this exact issue, had the EXACT part of plastic that broke off. Thank you so much my dude

[@JoeBleeps]

When I made this video it got a handful of views and I wasn't too upset because I figured it was unlikely to be an issue for most people. Turns out I was wrong!

[@vuduyanh1361]

I have the exact same problem. Thanks to you, especially on the trimming part, my controller works again perfectly. Thanks a lot!!!

[@JoeBleeps]

I'm so glad it worked for you!

[@armyofninjas9055]

Good video. Found your channel via retro chinese handhelds. And here I am again looking up a controller repair. Making all the videos I need lately. Also, I resent the implication we raged to kill the controller. My gf is just an enthusiastic pinball player (she's ranked in pinball fx lol).

[@JoeBleeps]

😁 I wasn't implying everyone breaks these through rage. But I'm pretty sure it's how this particular controller was broken 😅 with me it's usually clumsiness. Got another controller repair video coming this weekend, this time for the Switch Pro Controller

[@gori89]

You've saved me 70bucks, thanks! Easy instructions to follow.

[@JoeBleeps]

Excellent!

[@dienand_gaming]

Funny, I remember the Xbox 360 controller being nearly unbreakable. The only issue I ever encountered with one was some stick drift after thousands of hours of gameplay.

[@user-qq3vw9oh6i]

Because games back then were a lot better than the games we have now. So back then you didn't have to throw your controller so many times

[@roquepardal]

Man, that was EXACTLY the issue I had with mine! THANK YOU SO MUCH for this. i was able to fix it myself

[@alexiaisthename]

Thank you!!!! I watched your video three times and was able to do it once , correctly, on my controller. Funny enough it was the same button

[@JoeBleeps]

I'm really glad my video is helping people fix their controllers. Thank you for telling me about it! Enjoy your working controller 😁🎮

[@jonreacts129]

Had the same exact problem as you, luckily I had a spare bumper part from my other broken controller, thanks for the advice works fine now

[@JoeBleeps]

Always good when you can take the Frankenstein approach 😁

[@nr3k_official87]

Super great video, had the EXACT same broken piece and it wasn't my first time, just glad this time I didn't buy an entire new controller just for that. ✌️

[@JoeBleeps]

I'm glad it helped!

[@sithpun]

I dropped my controller tonight and LB quit responding. Found your video and had it fixed in like 10 minutes. Just waiting on the glue to set before I really start using it again!

[@JoeBleeps]

Really happy to hear that!

[@charlieprexta5052]

Wish I saw this video sooner, bought a torx bit set for the specific screws, took apart my entire controller, then looked up a video to find the exact same problem I’m having, not even joking. Mines a white series controller, left bumper was moving but not responding, the same pieces broke even with that small black piece on the side

[@JoeBleeps]

The replacement plastic parts can be found quite easily on eBay so hopefully you can get it sorted

[@aaronfairbourn1075]

For me it is the right bump. I have had this issue with 3 controllers in 2 years. Never had this issue with past generation consoles. Eager to try it out.

[@JoeBleeps]

I hope you have some success with it!

[@ADreamingTraveler]

I've had the bumpers break on 4 xbox controllers now. They shouldn't be allowed to sell these anymore until they fix the design

[@aaronfairbourn1075]

I finally got the tools and time to try this. I dont know what i do, but both controllers had clean split the right bumper off the strip. Thanks for the video has it helped a ton with the process.

[@JoeBleeps]

@@aaronfairbourn1075 such a delicate part. Especially given what it's for. Glad the video helped

[@SScorpio0]

Thanks for the tutorial, I need the security bit so I ended up just grabbing a kit that included replacement bumpers. On mine the small piece wasn't fully detached, but it was no longer making contact. I saved it and I'll try gluing it to swap to when the next one ends up breaking.

[@JoeBleeps]

Those kits are so convenient. Glad you got it fixed!

[@WyldFyr2132]

I had a little piece break off as well, and your suggestion to super glue it did the trick...thank you for sharing!! Now I can game in peace again lol :)

[@JoeBleeps]

Really glad to hear that! I hope it holds out

[@GaboTheGrey]

My right bumper broke 2 times before i watched your video. I use it often when playing Destiny or Assassin's Creed. The guy who fixed it asked me if I did put super glue on that stick, and i answered yes. He replaced all the piece. I was wondering why such a question. Now i know why lol. Thank you so much i just fixed my two controllers. When i used the super glue (before watching this video) i didn't know why the bumper wasn't working at all nor why it was sticking sometimes. Bless!

[@JoeBleeps]

I am glad you fixed them!

[@lalo2509]

I really like the xbox one/series s controllers, but removing the grips was a nightmare!! I broke some clips the first time trying to fix one of these. Thank you so much for your tutorial!!🇲🇽

[@JoeBleeps]

It's tricky because you can't see inside so it's hard to tell how to get them off. This is my second time trying it and it was much easier this time

[@NightShroud745]

I have this problem haven tried it yet cuz im not home but will be back. Home tommorow to try it hope it works and thanks for the tutorial you earned your self along with mine many subs :)

[@JoeBleeps]

Thank you very much for your support!

[@kelseykerrigan3137]

Great video! And to anyone who didn't have the exact stupid little screwdriver to accommodate the little pin thing, you can use some careful force with a tiny tool (like a little bitty flathead) and just break the little pins right out of the screws. You'll still need the T8 but it won't have to be the extra special one lol

[@JoeBleeps]

@@kelseykerrigan3137 good tip 😊

[@jimmyjab78]

Thanks so much, I fixed my controller using a replacement bumper strip, worked like a charm 👍🏼

[@JoeBleeps]

Fantastic!

[@AncientCelestialBird]

My super glue ate the plastic when i tried to glue, but the disassembly was very helpful! now i just have to not lose any pieces before my replacement strip arrives. Thanks for the guide!

[@JoeBleeps]

Thank goodness for the replacement strips!

[@sillylittleguy43_]

Super helpful. I wanted to know what the issue could be before just tearing apart the controller and your video provided that information. Turns out one was snapped off and the other was half hanging on ready to break on me any second. Ordered a new piece off Amazon for 8 bucks instead of the repair and shipping fee battle beaver would have charged me. Thank you a ton!

[@JoeBleeps]

Definitely worth getting a spare part in that situation! Good luck with the repair

[@colingordon7588]

Thanks mate! Great video, helped me fix my son's controller, very clear & simple instructions

[@JoeBleeps]

Really glad to hear that!

[@clintjamison1347]

Sekiro: Shadows die 2,000,000 times is the reason I’m here….

[@JoeBleeps]

Seems like essentially any game that uses the bumper as anything other than navigating menus puts this controller at risk!

[@austinromero6636]

Jedi survivor for me.

[@SmokeNZA]

Metoo brought a new controller for sekiro ended up breaking my the bumpers within weeks. Just brought kontrolfreeks so have switch from gamesir back lol

[@socialrtrd]

Thanks man!! I literally had this same problem on my lb, thanks to you I fixed it!!!! I hope it doesn't break again though 😅

[@Aram13451]

ur videos always help me thank you so much

[@JoeBleeps]

Thank you!

[@royolo]

Awesome. Had the same issue. Ordered a replacement part, have a feeling it might break with the glue in time. Thank you!!!

[@JoeBleeps]

I think even if you take the sensible step of ordering a replacement it's nice to have an interim fix

[@Dyl-275]

​@@JoeBleepsamazon prime is a godsend

[@JoeBleeps]

@@Dyl-275 absolutely!

[@Dyl-275]

@@JoeBleeps opened to diagnose yesterday, back together all working today👌 appreciate the vid too

[@JoeBleeps]

@@Dyl-275 great news

[@1984pm]

Great Video, Thank you So much, super easy and great tips to take the lids off. Keep the good work.

[@JoeBleeps]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@Mark-ie1go]

Thanks for this, much happier to be buying 5$ worth of replacement parts than having to buy a whole new controller

[@JoeBleeps]

That's my thinking too!

[@peterbradley2174]

Thanks for making this and really clear instructions. Did this with superglue but it quickly broke again so re-did it with two part epoxy, so far so good. Those anti tamper torx screws are a PITA but I did (just) mange to use standard torx bit.

[@JoeBleeps]

They are a nuisance aren't they! And getting those plastic caps off is so tricky. But all better than spending out on a new controller!

[@numberless7783]

What i've done was broke a toothpick into a small piece. I then placed it onto the bumper button and placed the bumper strip over it. This way temporary but it worked like a charm. Just thought I should put this out here for others looking for a free and cheap repair.

[@JoeBleeps]

Thanks! The more knowledge we share the better 😁

[@bigdaddycool4030]

Thank for the upload 😊

[@JoeBleeps]

I hope it was useful!

[@oliverkennard307]

Cheers bud worked a treat

[@JoeBleeps]

Excellent! I'm glad it helped

[@edumbr859]

Thanks! That was exactly my problem! I've used glue on the same broken part and it worked!

[@JoeBleeps]

Fantastic! Well done

[@alialshammari1133]

You are a life saver thanks!

[@JoeBleeps]

You're welcome!

[@DanTheMan007]

Great video Joe.. Concise and well presented .. Hail KZbin ! How did we ever survive without it ?

[@JoeBleeps]

I've learned so much from this platform!

[@MellowSandwich]

Worked great, thanks!

[@JoeBleeps]

Good to hear! Thanks for letting me know!

[@DavePawson]

Very clear / complete. Tks

[@JoeBleeps]

Thank you!

[@AndrewSmith-yq9gc]

Couldn't manage trying to use glue and with having the same issue with what was broken. My fingers are too big for the tiny piece that broke off so I put that broken off piece back in that slot that you pulled it out of, but instead, I folded a little piece of paper and put it in between the broken piece and the bumper bar thingy. Works literally perfectly. Thanks to you, you just saved me about $40-60!! Works totally fine. 🙌🙌🙌 Easy subscribe

[@JoeBleeps]

Ingenious solution! Thank you for sharing!

[@AndrewSmith-yq9gc]

@@JoeBleeps it's great because I had two controllers with the same exact issue and now they're both working fine. 🤝

[@JoeBleeps]

@@AndrewSmith-yq9gc that's saved a lot of money!

[@kompos8144]

Thanks, this vid was very helpful. In my case the part that pushes the button was broken off probbably from mashing LB for clutch in racing games and missiles in war thunder. I got stuck on a Cyberpunk 2077 mission where i couldn't progress with no LB so I glued it back on.

[@JoeBleeps]

I'm glad it was helpful! Seems to be a very delicate part

[@kompos8144]

@@JoeBleeps I think the reason it breaks is most players hold the game pad in a way that makes them push bumpers on the outer parts away from the part that clicks the button. The effect from that is unnecesary sideways pressure put on the plastic part and it breaks

[@JoeBleeps]

@@kompos8144 amazing that these things reach production without weaknesses being picked up

[@sanjayhenry5064]

I always mash my bumpers playing rocket league thanks for the helpful tutorial will save me a lot of money sending them in to get repaired

[@JoeBleeps]

Good to learn a useful new skill!

[@druwdwn323]

Perfect video I had to replace that same exact part for the little break

[@JoeBleeps]

I hope it helped you fix it!

[@michaelhelms5899]

Great info 👍

[@JoeBleeps]

Thank you!

[@chaliard24]

Thank it was every helpfull, 2nd time i try it but this time it worked perfect

[@JoeBleeps]

Well done for persevering! I'm glad it works now

[@WillSavo1]

Well done sir !!

[@JoeBleeps]

Thank you 🙏

[@jesse-got-dolphins-into-heaven]

thank you. this helped me take my controller apparat top repair it the button for the bumper switch broke off and i glued it back on

[@JoeBleeps]

Well done! I hope it lasts.

[@jesse-got-dolphins-into-heaven]

@@JoeBleeps at least until i sell it back to game stop. i used tamiya extra thin

[@rezz5165]

Thxs a lot man w video

[@JoeBleeps]

You're welcome!

[@jonpaprocki9430]

during assembly make sure the posts of the batteries go back into the bottom shell. I assembled mine without doing so and my heart sank when it didn't turn back on. easy fix though and great video!

[@JoeBleeps]

Yes! I've encountered this too, I've covered it on one of my other videos. Very frustrating when you don't realise what's happened

[@albertbertaton8014]

This video was so helpful and really well explained. Both my left and right button was starting to not register and when I opened it I seen the plastic was cracked on both sides so I got a new one for 8 euro and sorted thanks alot mate I appreciate it

[@JoeBleeps]

Glad you got it fixed! Thanks for the kind words

[@fliptrick123451]

After commenting on your Instagram post a couple weeks back I finally got around to trying this. Such a great video that made it really clear how the controller comes apart, and the hair dryer trick really does the job! Two controllers with broken bumpers are fully functional again. Thanks for your help 😁

[@JoeBleeps]

That's so great to hear! I'm really happy to have helped 😄

[@sharosamir]

Thank you man had the same problem I use super glue and after some tries it works perfectly

[@JoeBleeps]

Great to hear!

[@rudiopera1093]

thank you for heat gun trick, it make more easy to open the left & right side plastic

[@JoeBleeps]

You're welcome. I think it's particularly useful when you haven't removed them before and you're unsure where exactly the clips are or how much pressure to apply

[@CON174th]

Thanks bro😊

[@Bischhyy]

thanks man. literally had the same problem.

[@JoeBleeps]

I hope this helped!

[@scrotzki789]

Thank you. Perfect.

[@JoeBleeps]

Excellent!

[@hodjr0]

Thank you! The left bumper also broke on mine.. I just glued the broken piece back on and it's clicking again!

[@JoeBleeps]

Congratulations!

[@gregbrown3082]

Perfect video, whether you're 14 or 44 years old. Cheers!

[@JoeBleeps]

Thanks!

[@yeshua4590]

This was my issue, Ty sir

[@JoeBleeps]

You're welcome

[@officialezetaperz]

Thank you!

[@JoeBleeps]

You are very welcome

[@mehdidz2820]

Thanx my friend i fixed it ❤

[@JoeBleeps]

Excellent to hear!

[@ethannielsen4289]

THANKYOU!!!! IT WORKED!!!!!

[@JoeBleeps]

Fantastic! Well done

[@Stav4]

Any idea what to do if the tactile switch doesn’t click anymore?

[@ACreeber]

Quality video, just done this, Ordered a £3 button arm on eBay incase the glue fails

[@JoeBleeps]

Probably a wise move!

[@user-ud7gv3br5d]

after an intense halo infinite sesh my left bumper started getting softer and less responsive until it stopped working entirely, and its the exact same thing that you shown in your video, they should make those more like thicker rods instead of frail plastic toothpicks

[@JoeBleeps]

There's no reason why they should be so thin! Weird design decision

[@softbreezemusic]

i just breake the rb button from the bumper bridge and igluded the broken piece then put it back together and it worked nicely without any assembly

[@JoeBleeps]

Excellent!

[@davidinmossy]

oh i had the exact same little bit of plastic almost like a design flaw or something .....Barly used my controller as well since I got my PC and I bought the more expensive one with the adapter as well of well a easy fix then saves me 100 quid for a new one.

[@JoeBleeps]

It seems so common that it definitely looks to be an oversight with the design. A very delicate piece of plastic that just doesn't seem to be durable enough for heavy use.

[@davidinmossy]

@@JoeBleeps Yeah i downloaded that wild west from gamepass and the attack is the shoulder button and it just broke hardly used the controller as well since I prefer K&M. Part came the next day and sorted it no problem 😊

[@JoeBleeps]

@@davidinmossy I'm glad you sorted it!

[@slinkalarm7853]

Thank you

[@henriquergarcia]

Thank you very!!!

[@JoeBleeps]

You are welcome!

[@sevens448]

You don't have to take off the main part of the controller if you don't have the right screw. Just take off the grips, then take of the front part by prying it open to get to the left and right bumper. ✅

[@JoeBleeps]

I never knew that! Thanks 😊

[@soemz8785]

Could you go further into detail i got off the grips but I’m confused on the rest

[@michaelc1633]

Pop the 'central section' up and then you can take off the bumper strip

thank you legend

[@JoeBleeps]

Thanks for watching! You're welcome

[@nemoandclem2584]

I’ve done it all but after reassembling it won’t turn on (I’ve put batteries in) this has happened twice.. do you know why?

[@nemoandclem2584]

Nevermind.. hadn’t put the metal conductor things through the hole meaning the batteries weren’t connected to the controller properly lol

[@JoeBleeps]

@@nemoandclem2584 I made exactly the same mistake when I did the green shell mod. Easily done!

[@nemoandclem2584]

Haha, also do you know anywhere I could buy just the back to a controller (the bite you heat up and take off). We tried taking one apart a few years ago but lost the backs somewhere..

[@JoeBleeps]

@@nemoandclem2584 so far as I know you'd need to get the whole shell. There are some nice ones out there though, I love the clear green one I got

[@NDZ-jf8ur]

Okay there is a hack for the security/tamper proof hex screw, you just use a mini/micro flat tip screwdriver. I opened my controller up and sure enough one piece of plastic was broken completely off and the other was cracked. I think I might try using the 'permanent' lock tight because I've always had problems using crazy glue with moving parts, it doesn't seem to last and weakens or becomes dry and brittle.

[@NDZ-jf8ur]

Glue wouldn't hold, got frustrated, gave up and purchased new bumpers. 2 for $10 on Amazon with sexy tools.

[@blazebax]

thank you

[@JoeBleeps]

@@blazebax you're very welcome, I hope it helped

[@exhil_rate2796]

Thanks for the video ! Very professional. Im buying my 10th set of new bumpers , because they always break of. It's a scam. I tried glueing it once but it broke off again. Any tips on how I make them stronger ?

[@JoeBleeps]

My only experience is with using this glue. If you use the super glue with the accelerator spray and then trim it, it works pretty well but it does seem to be a design problem more than anything

[@EricBloxYT1234]

the blowing tactic worked kinda fixed it imma get used to it tho

[@JoeBleeps]

Sometimes that's the best way 😅

[@cyalknight]

I didn't have any strong glue, so eventully put a piece of popsicle stick in the hole without gluing. Shaved the popsicle stick down a bit more so it is loose, but works okay.

[@JoeBleeps]

Love a bit of effective improvising!

[@fantezi_1580]

I’m currently having the opposite of my bumper not working, it’s constantly clicking, almost like a ‘phantom click’, even though it isn’t being pressed down. Not sure if you’ll see this but if you can I’d love some advice on how I might be able to fix it.

[@JoeBleeps]

Sounds like there might be something wedged between the bumper and the button inside. Best option is to open it up following the guidance in my video and just investigate what's happening in there.

[@katelynnlozano9658]

I cannot find an email of some sorts. But would you possibly attempt my xbox one s controller. The trigger has broken off the hinges, but is still attachted via the wires. I noticed you dont have a video on it. Please let me know.

[@JoeBleeps]

It may need a replacement shell perhaps. I did a video on that but it was for the series s/x controller. Are you in the UK? Feel free to message me on Instagram (same name as here)

[@DrSwolemeister]

any ideas or where i can look for more info on how to fix it if the button itself is not the issue? i replaced the button itself on the pcb and i still don't get a signal

[@JoeBleeps]

That's very strange. Replacing the button I'd what I would suggest but you did that already. Have you any means of testing the continuity of the traces the switch is linked to? I've damaged small switches in the past when installing them. They are so small they heat up quickly when soldering. That's the next thing I would check

[@DrSwolemeister]

dont have one of those. i could probably find one but i'm suspecting it was already damaged before i even opened 'er up. the original button was perfectly clicky before removal @@JoeBleeps

[@jonnyboz]

When fitting my new bumpers, why does my LB and RB only work when I have the triggers pressed down?

[@lxartz6266]

SAME EXACT THING HAPPENS. TO ME WITH THE GLUE ADDING THICKNESS, BUT I USED A HEATED PEN TO MELT THE GLUE OFF AND NOW ITS MORE UNEVEN SO I HAD TO STRIP EVEN MORE OFF TO MAKE IT WORK

[@JoeBleeps]

It does take patience. A replacement part is ideal but this is a good interim fix

[@kylevaughn]

the screw bit at the beginning screwed me over, thanks Microsoft

[@JoeBleeps]

Thankfully so many people have been screwed over, it's been worth people's while to make and sell the necessary screwdrivers quite cheaply 😅

[@bhimazem4836]

Mine has a click but does not register, it only registers when hard pressed,i did not hit the controller on the button itself it was on the handle so i dont know why its not working

[@GerardoValdez22]

Thanks for the excellent and detailed video! I have the same exact problem. Buuut after assembly the control stop vibrating 😢 any suggestions ?

[@JoeBleeps]

Check that the wires connecting the rumble motor haven't been pinched or damaged first

[@GerardoValdez22]

@@JoeBleeps the wires seem fine :( you think I should disconnect the wires and weld it again?

[@JoeBleeps]

@@GerardoValdez22 not if they seem to be okay. Did those two wires in the middle get disconnected? They are tricky to clip back down properly in my experience

[@mantarams.]

I bought a brand new gen9 gamepad 3 days ago. I especially play fifa. For a day now, my RB button has started to make less noise than the LB button. Is this normal? The RB button was noisy on the first day, but now it makes less noise than the LB button.

[@JoeBleeps]

The noise is often as the button hits the shell after pressing. There are stickers inside to dampen it, maybe the sticker placement is a little off, I've had that before

[@user-gw7ks4gt7n]

When I get to actually taking off the white part of the bumber it just doesn’t come off. In the vid you said there is a clip that is easy to disassemble but mine doesn’t come off. Any help

[@JoeBleeps]

If I remember rightly the first part has a clip in the middle that needs lifting to remove, then the remaining part is clipped at the ends